scum Synonyms
Another word for scum
• noun (Context 1)
A thin layer of impurities, froth, algae, or residue that forms on the surface of a liquid or on hard surfaces exposed to soapy water.
"The chef carefully skimmed the grayish film off the top of the simmering beef broth."
• noun (Context 2)
A worthless, contemptible, or morally despicable person or group of people.
"The judge condemned the fraudsters who preyed on elderly pensioners as the lowest of the low and utter dregs."
• verb (Context 3)
To remove the layer of froth, impurities, or film from the surface of a liquid.
"You must skim the boiling sugar syrup repeatedly to ensure the finished jelly remains crystal clear."
• verb (Context 4)
To become covered with or form a layer of scum on the surface.
"The stagnant water in the garden pond quickly scummed over during the hot summer months."
Opposites of scum
The opposite of scum shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: